Presenters: 
Tina Stern, AuD

Joanne Zurcher, MPP

Duration: 60 minutes

Description:

It is a new year, a new Congress, and a new forecast for audiology. Join a membership discussion about the political landscape for 2025 and how to get involved to help advance priorities and seek opportunities for audiology. Tina Stern, AuD, chairperson of the Academy’s Legislative and Regulatory Committee, will introduce members to the new head of the Academy’s advocacy staff team, Joanne Zurcher, Vice President of Government Relations & Policy.  Dr. Stern will interview Joanne about the current environment, her outlook on advancing audiology legislation, and how her experience combined with the engagement of members can make a difference for the profession.

Tina Stern, AuD, Assistant Professor, Division of Audiology, University of Miami Ear Institute

Joanne Zurcher, MPP, Vice President of Government Relations & Policy, American Academy of Audiology